Hugh Jackman Tests Positive for COVID-19 After Attending Tony Awards, Will Miss 'The Music Man' Performances

Hugh posted the following statement on Instagram, along with the above video: “I’ve frustratingly tested positive for Covid. Again. My standby, the amazingly talented @maxmclayton will step in for me. What’s most annoying is I don’t get to see him perform! I’ve said it before, and will say it a million times more … Maxi and all the standbys, swings and understudies around the world, you are the true heroes of theater. You give life to the saying ‘the show must go on.’”

The Music Man producer Kate Horton said, “Once again, standbys and understudies save the day and, in this case, it’s Max Clayton to the rescue. We’re excited to see him perform alongside the wonderful Sutton Foster and we wish Hugh a speedy recovery.”

Producers are offering refunds or exchanges for Hugh‘s fans who still wish to see him perform.

Check out the video of Hugh‘s performance at the Tonys.